For comic book fans, the first Saturday of May — and this year it’s May 6 — is Free Comic Book Day, that hallowed time of year when you can, well, get free comics. And who doesn’t love that?

And this year offers a wealth of titles to choose from including DC Super Hero Girls, X-O Manowar, Wonder Woman, Marvel’s Secret Empire, I Hate Image, Star Trek the Next Generation Mirror Broken (featuring a buff Capt. Picard!) and much, much more.

Not sure where you’re local comic book store is? Just click on this link here, or scan our list below of Southern California stores.

Call ahead to find out the hours and particulars for your local store and whether they’ll be participating, and then prepare for a day of fun (and maybe standing in some lines) as you enjoy getting stuff for free. Events range from the low-key to larger events with artist signings, cosplay and more.

While it’s up to you, of course, it’s always nice to purchase a title or two to support the store putting on the event.

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